Systems Test Engineer I

AeroVironment•Moorpark, CA

20h•$61,111 - $93,194•Onsite

About The Position

The System Test Engineer I develops and executes System Test Plans for small, unmanned air vehicles and missiles and their associated subsystems. Testing encompasses simulator, ground and flight tests and includes logging and analyzing data and documenting test results.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in related discipline (Software, Systems, Electrical, Mechanical or Aerospace) is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
The position typically requires no prior professional experience in related industry or projects that include conducting system or flight tests
Ability to work with product development engineers to derive test requirements based on product specifications and modifications
Able to effectively document test plans, procedures, and reports; verbally direct UAV Operators and Observers during flight tests; capture system test requirements; record test failures and report test results

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with scripting and programming languages to automate testing is preferred
Experience as a pilot or aircrew member would be beneficial
Willing to learn and expand technical understanding of wind tunnel test techniques and measurement systems
Can converse technically with experts in the fields of test instrumentation and data acquisition
Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
Demonstrates effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and strong communication skills
Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests
Demonstrates ability to work well with others across disciplines

Responsibilities

Support developmental test and evaluation of sub-system, model-scale, and full-scale testing.
Assist the Flight Test Director during flight tests
Help to determine and communicate subsystem, system and flight test objectives.
Develop test cards to verify that those objectives are met
Review System Requirement documents to help ensure requirements are concise and testable
Participate in test and flight readiness reviews, test briefs, and post-test debriefs
Ensure test assets are prepared to support testing, including proper configuration of product hardware and software, writing test cards and procedures, and maintaining test equipment
Process and analyze test data to determine test results. Analyze large test data sets using software tools (MATLAB or Excel)
Capture test activities, fill in test data sheets, and transfer telemetry files to the network. Enter test failures or anomalies in an issue tracking system database. Summarize test activities and results in reports.
Help to determine regression test requirements based on specific sub-system modifications. Learn ability to develop ad-hoc tests to troubleshoot test failures.
Responsible for estimating time required to conduct testing and completing assigned tasks within project schedule
Work with outside test labs and assist technicians during testing when required
Receives detailed instructions on all work. Works within specific requirements to complete tasks under general supervision
Works on problems of limited scope. Articulates issues and need for guidance. Contributes to meeting project cost and schedule
Follows standard practices and procedures when analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained. Typically performs a single task on one project. Completes assigned tasks within schedule and budget
Other duties as assigned